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Dear neighbours, after reading about our search for New Zealand's most impressive and artistic wood piles in the May 2025 issue, Auckland's Anne Stephens Whitcombe sent us this photo that she had snapped while on holiday in Norway. Have you put together a wood pile that's just as … View moreDear neighbours, after reading about our search for New Zealand's most impressive and artistic wood piles in the May 2025 issue, Auckland's Anne Stephens Whitcombe sent us this photo that she had snapped while on holiday in Norway. Have you put together a wood pile that's just as impressive, or even more so? Send us a photo! Email: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. You could be in to win a Fiskars X36 splitting axe L blade and a Fiskars X14 universal axe. We're looking for wood piles of impressive size or of particular space efficiency or even an artistic vision!
It’s been a long journey for star fullback Shaun Stevenson, from meeting Chiefs staff at a petrol station to a potential Super Rugby Pacific title in his final game.
A head clash during the Chiefs’ recent semifinal win nearly got in the way, but he’s since been … View moreIt’s been a long journey for star fullback Shaun Stevenson, from meeting Chiefs staff at a petrol station to a potential Super Rugby Pacific title in his final game.
A head clash during the Chiefs’ recent semifinal win nearly got in the way, but he’s since been cleared to join the team as they chase their first championship since 2013.
Have you followed his time with the team?
A mandated transition to electric buses from central Government and “zero dollars” in funding has Waikato Regional Council leaders grappling with how to tackle a bill of up to $330 million.
And the burden looks likely to fall on ratepayers.
Do you use the bus system? Tell us your reasons … View moreA mandated transition to electric buses from central Government and “zero dollars” in funding has Waikato Regional Council leaders grappling with how to tackle a bill of up to $330 million.
And the burden looks likely to fall on ratepayers.
Do you use the bus system? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart.
Despite relentless rain and squelching mud, Fieldays has bested last year’s numbers.
Over 110,000 made the pilgrimage to Hamilton’s Mystery Creek last week to experience one of the biggest agricultural events in the Southern Hemisphere.
Did you go to Fieldays this year? Tell us your … View moreDespite relentless rain and squelching mud, Fieldays has bested last year’s numbers.
Over 110,000 made the pilgrimage to Hamilton’s Mystery Creek last week to experience one of the biggest agricultural events in the Southern Hemisphere.
Did you go to Fieldays this year? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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As the Chiefs aim to make it third-time-lucky in their quest for sweet Super Rugby Pacific success, they are vowing to this time get things right in the discipline department to give them a better tilt at a long-awaited title.
The Hamilton-based franchise, who on Monday had positive news to … View moreAs the Chiefs aim to make it third-time-lucky in their quest for sweet Super Rugby Pacific success, they are vowing to this time get things right in the discipline department to give them a better tilt at a long-awaited title.
The Hamilton-based franchise, who on Monday had positive news to report in fullback Shaun Stevenson having cleared HIA protocols to be available for a last outing before jetting to Japan next season, take on the Crusaders in Christchurch in Saturday night’s final, seeking a first championship in a dozen years.
Do you reckon the Chiefs can do it on Saturday? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Jetstar’s new transtasman services into and out of Hamilton got off to a proverbial and literal flying start on Monday as the airline’s A320 aircraft arrived from Sydney to clear, sunny weather.
The flight was greeted by a buzzing and crowded airport, with both inbound and outbound … View moreJetstar’s new transtasman services into and out of Hamilton got off to a proverbial and literal flying start on Monday as the airline’s A320 aircraft arrived from Sydney to clear, sunny weather.
The flight was greeted by a buzzing and crowded airport, with both inbound and outbound passengers praising the new flights which will be to and from Sydney (four days a week) and the Gold Coast (three days a week).
Do you know anyone using Jetstar’s new Hamilton services? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The Mataitis are counting the days until they fly out of Hamilton on their dream holiday - and it just got even better.
They’d been saving for more than two years for their first family holiday, timing it to coincide with new Jetstar flights straight from their home town to Australia. Now, a … View moreThe Mataitis are counting the days until they fly out of Hamilton on their dream holiday - and it just got even better.
They’d been saving for more than two years for their first family holiday, timing it to coincide with new Jetstar flights straight from their home town to Australia. Now, a Gold Coast theme park operator has come to the party.
Stats NZ said food prices have been rising at their fastest rate in more than a year.
Drinking chocolate is now 27% more expensive, coffee is up 17% and 1kg of mince was $2 more expensive this March than it was the same time last year.
Dairy products have also increased astronomically in … View moreStats NZ said food prices have been rising at their fastest rate in more than a year.
Drinking chocolate is now 27% more expensive, coffee is up 17% and 1kg of mince was $2 more expensive this March than it was the same time last year.
Dairy products have also increased astronomically in price. Milk prices are up by 15.1% in the last year, cheese by 24% and butter has risen up by a shocking 63.6%.
Are you feeling the pinch lately? Share what you've noticed in the comments below and whether it makes you change your shopping habits.
Waikato District Council’s decision to double the cost of rubbish collection has ignited a storm of backlash, with residents taking to Facebook to voice outrage.
The announcement, made through a Facebook post earlier this week, confirmed that, from July 1, the price of rubbish bag stickers … View moreWaikato District Council’s decision to double the cost of rubbish collection has ignited a storm of backlash, with residents taking to Facebook to voice outrage.
The announcement, made through a Facebook post earlier this week, confirmed that, from July 1, the price of rubbish bag stickers will increase from $1.50 to $3, and wheelie bin tags from $3 to $6.
What do you think about these changes in the Waikato District?
After the Blues tried and narrowly failed, the Chiefs will embrace the chance to instead be the ones to conquer the Christchurch curse, after booking themselves a spot in yet another Super Rugby Pacific final.
With an impressive 37-17 bounce-back win over the Brumbies in their semifinal in … View moreAfter the Blues tried and narrowly failed, the Chiefs will embrace the chance to instead be the ones to conquer the Christchurch curse, after booking themselves a spot in yet another Super Rugby Pacific final.
With an impressive 37-17 bounce-back win over the Brumbies in their semifinal in Hamilton, the two-time reigning runners-up will be looking to make it third-time-lucky in Saturday night’s big dance against the Crusaders.
Did you watch Saturday's game? Tell us your reasons - and thoughts - in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A new $16 million construction and demolition waste recovery facility is now up and running near Huntly, offering large-scale processing capacity aimed at diverting tens of thousands of tonnes of construction waste from landfill each year.
Developed by Kiwi-owned waste services company Green … View moreA new $16 million construction and demolition waste recovery facility is now up and running near Huntly, offering large-scale processing capacity aimed at diverting tens of thousands of tonnes of construction waste from landfill each year.
Developed by Kiwi-owned waste services company Green Gorilla, the Rotowaro facility is powered entirely by certified renewable electricity and has been co-funded with a $4 million grant from the Ministry for the Environment’s Waste Minimisation Fund, a statement from the company said.
What do you think of this plan? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Hamilton woman Malak Ukra’s is baking up a storm to raise funds for the Starship Children’s Hospital - and she’s racking up thousands already.
Ukra is baking cakes as part of the hospital Big Bake Off competition, to raise funds for Starship.
Have you ever done a fundraising mission? … View moreHamilton woman Malak Ukra’s is baking up a storm to raise funds for the Starship Children’s Hospital - and she’s racking up thousands already.
Ukra is baking cakes as part of the hospital Big Bake Off competition, to raise funds for Starship.
Have you ever done a fundraising mission? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Neighbours of a cluster of empty and deteriorating state houses in Thames say the landlord should make up its mind whether to either sell off or fix up the homes to spare the community the eyesore.
The future of the five Kāinga Ora properties - one of which has been empty for more than a year -… View moreNeighbours of a cluster of empty and deteriorating state houses in Thames say the landlord should make up its mind whether to either sell off or fix up the homes to spare the community the eyesore.
The future of the five Kāinga Ora properties - one of which has been empty for more than a year - remains uncertain after the state housing provider said it is “exploring options” for the properties.
Are there any run-down homes in your area?
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